Something on your mind? Chat about it here. The Outnet has a ton of jewel-toned garments on sale this weekend. I’m drooling over this Vanessa Bruno dress which, while it might work in an office would be lovely for evening outs as well. Love the pattern and asymmetric colla. It was $950, and is now … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
Archives for September 2011
Weekly News Roundup
Liking these posts? Follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook — this is the edited version of what we’re reading! (We also Tweet if we hear about a good sale through our CorporetteDeals Twitter feed.) – I’m sure a lot of readers will be psyched about this: The Limited is launching a new … Read More about Weekly News Roundup
Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Vanora Wave Printed Skirt
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s TPS guest poster, Road Warriorette! Anytime I need something fun and inexpensive, or a piece with a vintage twist, I go to ShopRuche. They have fantastic bargain finds, from their clothes to their jewelry to … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Vanora Wave Printed Skirt
Coffee Break – Raquel Large Tote
Whenever I shop, I take note of which brands I like, and some go on my shopping “bucket list” (things to buy, well, before one kicks the…). When I was in Germany a few years ago, I kept seeing the brand Coccinelle, and I really liked the handbags. At the time I hadn’t seen the … Read More about Coffee Break – Raquel Large Tote
The Top 5 Things You Might Miss About Corporate Life (Once You’re Out)
Once you’re out of the corporate world, what will you miss? If you’d known you’d miss it, might you have appreciated it more? Today’s guest poster, Lisa Carnochan from Privilege, has put together the top 5 things she misses about the corporate life — as well as what she doesn’t. I recently met Lisa in … Read More about The Top 5 Things You Might Miss About Corporate Life (Once You’re Out)
Thursday’s TPS Report: Capri-print pintuck top
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s TPS guest poster, Road Warriorette! Adding more prints to my wardrobe is a constant struggle. Solids are so easy, but prints add so much interest. Always a balance, eh? I’m always looking for new and … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Capri-print pintuck top
Suit of the Week: Classiques Entier
For busy working women, the suit is often the easiest outfit to throw on in the morning. In general, this feature is not about interview suits for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get — instead, this feature is about the slightly different suit that is fashionable, yet professional. Hello, beautiful. … Read More about Suit of the Week: Classiques Entier
The Busy Woman’s Guide to Freezing Food
When you’re a busy woman, taking the time to cook for yourself can be a luxury. It’s better from a health perspective — you know exactly what’s in the dish, as well as how fresh/healthy the ingredients are– and you can much more easily accommodate special desires (low calorie, low sodium, low fat, low carb) … Read More about The Busy Woman’s Guide to Freezing Food
Coffee Break – “Rajasthan” Rose Quartz Set Necklace
Hiyo: love this simple rose quartz necklace. Rose quartz is supposedly a lucky stone for finding love, you know. The necklace is $148 at Endless. Wendy Mink “Rajasthan” Rose Quartz Set Necklace Seen a great piece you’d like to recommend? Please e-mail editor@corporette.com with “TPS” in the subject line. (L-2)
Modernizing Your Work Wardrobe
How do you modernize your work wardrobe? Today’s guest poster, Becki Singer of Shopping’s My Cardio, ponders the question. I’m thrilled to have Becki guest posting on Corporette — I’ve been reading her blog since way back when (before I even started Corporette). Fun factoid: she used to be a lawyer also and has recently … Read More about Modernizing Your Work Wardrobe
Tuesday’s TPS Report: Uptown Jersey Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s TPS guest poster, Road Warriorette! I have to be honest about something: Boden is my favorite. I love all of their clothes, I want to live in their catalog, and it took a lot of … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Uptown Jersey Dress
Coffee Break – Eureka Wedge
Remember that Elvis Costello song, The Angels Wanna Wear My Red Shoes? Well, they would if you were wearing these. Love the rich look to this red suede. The heel height is reasonable (just over 2″) and the strap across the vamp makes it nice and walkable. I’d wear it with a dark brown pant, … Read More about Coffee Break – Eureka Wedge